General Operative

General Operative

Location: Andover
Salary: £12.57 - £13.28 per hour
Hours: Either 7.00am till 15.00pm or 8.00am till 16.00pm
Contract: Temporary

Why join our client?

Our client plays a key role in maintaining public spaces, ensuring they remain clean, safe, and welcoming for the community. They offer a supportive work environment, training opportunities, and a chance to take pride in work that makes a real impact. If you enjoy working outdoors, being active, and contributing to a cleaner, greener environment, this role is for you.

Your role

As a General Operative, you will carry out essential maintenance tasks across public spaces, helping to keep streets, parks, and local areas clean and well-maintained. Whether emptying bins, litter picking, or grass cutting, your work will directly improve the community.

Key duties include:

• Emptying domestic and litter bins in line with service standards
• Using basic tools such as litter pickers, push mowers, pedestrian sweepers, strimmers, and brooms
• Acting as a reversing assistant for colleagues when required
• Issuing information tags and completing relevant records
• Representing the council positively while carrying out tasks
• Working independently or as part of a team to meet service commitments

What we’re looking for

Skills and experience:

• Ability to work alone for long periods or as part of a team
• Flexibility to undertake different tasks in various locations
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Experience in a similar role, such as waste management or grounds maintenance
• Experience using manual handling tools and equipment
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions

Requirements:

• A full UK driving licence may be required for some roles
• Knowledge of local government environmental services is beneficial

Why this role?

This is a great opportunity to join a hardworking team, enjoy an active outdoor role, and take pride in improving the local environment. With a competitive hourly rate, strong team support, and opportunities for career progression, this role is ideal for someone looking for a rewarding and hands-on position.

Morgan Jones is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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